Job Description

Kiel City Planning Office is looking for fresh minds
Start with us as
Landscape planner
(grading up to EG 12 TVöD or A 11 SHBesG)
and support the Open Space and Landscape Planning Department as soon as possible on a full-time or part-time basis.
What we offer
- Flexibility. Flexitime, part-time work and home office
- Pension scheme. Company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits
- Security. Secure job even in times of crisis
- Proximity to the sea. Work where others go on vacation
- A meaningful task. Active participation in shaping a liveable present and future for all Kiel residents
What needs to be done
- Development and implementation of open space and landscape planning concepts, including project management and participation in public and official committees
- Preparation of plans and technical contributions with varying degrees of difficulty, including preparation and presentation to committees and the public
- Carrying out inventories, biotope mapping, impact and compensation balancing as well as analyses and expert reports as part of green space planning
- Participation in planning procedures such as development plans, urban development projects and building permit procedures, including statements and cost calculations
- Collaboration on methodological and procedural principles in landscape and nature conservation law
What you bring with you
- Degree. Completed technical-engineering university degree with a standard period of study of at least six semesters (Bachelor's degree or FH diploma) in
o Landscape architecture, open space planning, landscape ecology, nature conservation
o urban or regional planning
- or career qualification for the 1st entry level of career group 2, with studies in one of the above-mentioned disciplines (formerly: higher technical service).
- Persons who have successfully completed a university degree with a standard period of study of at least six semesters (Bachelor or FH diploma) in geography will also be considered:
In this case, the classification according to Vorbem. No. 2 in EG 11 TVöD.
- Experience. At least three years of relevant professional experience based on the required education and training are required. In addition, we also welcome applications from candidates who do not yet have the required professional experience based on previous education and training. In this case, you will be placed in a lower pay group. The full range of duties can be transferred as soon as the required minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience based on the required education and training has been achieved and successfully proven in the job.
- Professionalism. Basic knowledge in the use of specialist programs (CAD, GIS, ArcGIS) is required - or the willingness to acquire this knowledge at short notice
The above criteria must be met in full by the end of the application period.
What sets you apart
You are characterized by a high degree of conflict resolution and good communication skills. You are innovative and can adapt well to new requirements. You are interested in urban and open space planning issues and want to play an active role in Kiel's development.
Where you work
We are a dedicated team of landscape planners in the city planning office and stand for landscape planning with a landscape plan, green planning contributions and other landscape planning concepts. We want to promote Kiel's urban nature and landscape and work in close cooperation with numerous colleagues within the administration and beyond.
Good to know
The entry requirements for tariff employees are based on the preliminary remark no. 4 of the remuneration regulations (VKA) for the TVöD.
If the personal requirements are met, a classification up to pay group 12 TVöD or a salary according to pay group A 11 SHBesG is possible.
During inspections, it may be necessary to visit places that are not always barrier-free or accessible.
The job may involve working in the evenings or at weekends (appointments with politicians and citizens, among others).
The position is divisible subject to job sharing.
The selection procedure is expected to take place in week 43
Interested? - We are too.
We would like to get to know you!
Then take part in our digital info event on September 8, 2025 at 1 p.m.: https://kiel-de.zoom.us/j/65177123978?pwd=k6TPWEDGbA9In1NrH3KyEaDVgT0z6E.1
Ralf Lohse, Tel. 0431 901-3805 and Fabian Kumkar, Tel. 0431-901-1161 are also available to answer any further technical questions about the position.
If you have any questions about the selection process, please contact Katharina Oriwall on 0431 901-4864.
We are actively committed to promoting women in the workplace and particularly welcome their applications. The same applies to people with disabilities - we take appropriate precautions to ensure full and effective participation in working life on an equal footing. Diversity is also very important to us. We therefore welcome applications from people with different backgrounds. You can find contact persons for these topics at www.kiel.de/grundsätze.
Please quote reference number 11408 in your application by September 14, 2025 and include a cover letter, a current CV and relevant work and degree certificates.

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Contact Details

Landeshauptstadt Kiel
Ralf Lohse

Hopfenstraße 30
24103  Kiel
Deutschland

0431 901-3805

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